1988 Bitter Type III vs. 1976 Zastava 1300
To start off, 1988 Bitter Type III is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Zastava 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Zastava 1300 would be higher. At 3,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Bitter Type III is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Bitter Type III (211 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1976 Zastava 1300. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Bitter Type III should accelerate faster than 1976 Zastava 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Bitter Type III weights approximately 340 kg more than 1976 Zastava 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1988 Bitter Type III (320 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Zastava 1300. (93 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1988 Bitter Type III will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Zastava 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Bitter Type III | 1976 Zastava 1300 | |
Make | Bitter | Zastava |
Model | Type III | 1300 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1976 |
Engine Size | 3849 cc | 1295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 211 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2430 mm |